Text as an integral element of artistic media appears in the works of artists of different generations that are on Syntax Gallery’s roster. It is one of the core aspects of the gallery’s curatorial research. The introduction of text into visual culture began in the early 20th century and continues to be a vital means for artists in search of new media to convey ideas and engage with global dynamics, having been long embedded deeply within our cultural code. Since its establishment in 2019, Syntax Gallery’s mission has been to promote post-Soviet contemporary art on a global scale. Across the span of three years, up to 2022, the gallery participated in international art fairs, supported its affiliated artists's international projects, and fostered collaborations with European museums and cultural institutions. Syntax Gallery has always sought to challenge restrictions dictated by the authorities and to explore nomadism as a means to transcend boundaries of rules and regulations. Today, we recognize that 'home' becomes a mere memory, urging us not to cling to the past but to redefine our sense of place. This approach not only continues our legacy of supporting artists displaced for economic and political reasons but also redefines Syntax Gallery’s engagement with art and culture in this new context.
